https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/...it-stamps.html
There is something of a mystery going on at the Royal Mail — but nothing to do with the recent Post Office scandal.
Rather it involves a surge in 'counterfeit' stamps and a hefty £5 penalty for those who receive (and accept) mail posted using one.
Money Mail has been contacted by dozens of frustrated readers who have been stung with the fine, while others who have bought stamps from legitimate sources say they are mortified at sending out mail to friends and family which the Royal Mail then deems 'counterfeit'.
Rather it involves a surge in 'counterfeit' stamps and a hefty £5 penalty for those who receive (and accept) mail posted using one.
Money Mail has been contacted by dozens of frustrated readers who have been stung with the fine, while others who have bought stamps from legitimate sources say they are mortified at sending out mail to friends and family which the Royal Mail then deems 'counterfeit'.
